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We're not normal. We're extraordinary.
When a Coast Guard veteran turned stay-at-home dad and a seasoned defense-industry intelligence expert sit down for a conversation, things are bound to get interesting. Operation Common Sense was born when Casey and Matt met in late 2024 and discovered a shared passion for honest, unfiltered discussions about life, leadership, and the world we live in. From Matt’s years overseas navigating high-stakes intelligence work to Casey’s experiences balancing fatherhood, service, and entrepreneurship, their contrasting paths collide in thought-provoking — and often hilarious — ways. Together, they tackle politics, current events, and everything in between with grounded perspective, a dash of humor, and plenty of real-world common sense. Some stories will make you laugh, others might shock you, but all will make you think. Buckle up and get ready for Operation Common Sense — where life experience meets unfiltered conversation.
TWO (NORMAL) DUDES
THE HOSTS
Casey
Matt
Born and raised in Georgia, Casey is a husband, father of two, and lifelong learner. With a diverse background spanning retail, pipefitting, federal law enforcement, and search and rescue with the U.S. Coast Guard — where he served as a corpsman — Casey has lived a life defined by service and adaptability. After his time in the Coast Guard, he dove into entrepreneurship and later found his stride in sales while embracing the rewarding role of stay-at-home dad. When he’s not homeschooling his kids, Casey can be found traveling with his family or indulging in his love for the outdoors.
With over two decades in the defense industry, Matt’s career has been deeply rooted in intelligence operations across the Middle East and North Africa. A native of New Jersey who now calls the South home, Matt brings a wealth of experience, perspective, and humor to every conversation. Outside of work, he’s a dedicated family man, avid golfer, and occasional fly fisherman who enjoys life’s quiet challenges as much as its loud debates.
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